Status:
valid
Authors:
Förther & Podlech
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München30: 258 (1991 publ. 1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000384335
Common Names
- Mogadorensis Restharrow
- Mogadorensis Ononis
- Mogadorensis Yellow Restharrow
Synonyms
- Ononis natrix atlantica Širj. [valid]
- Ononis natrix reesei Širj. [valid]
- Ononis natrix subatlantica Maire [valid]
- Ononis natrix mehdiae Sauvage [valid]
- Ononis natrix reesei (Širj.) Maire [valid]
Description
Ononis mogadorensis (also called Mogador Restharrow, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and is usually found in grasslands, meadows and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Ononis mogadorensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ononis mogadorensis is a small, white or yellow flower. The seed is a small, black, flattened oval. The seedlings are short, with small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ononis mogadorensis can be propagated by seed or division of the rootstock. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of drought, but does best with regular watering.
Where to Find Ononis mogadorensis
Ononis mogadorensis is found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
Ononis mogadorensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ononis mogadorensis?
Ononis mogadorensis
What is the common name of Ononis mogadorensis?
Mogador Restharrow
What is the family of Ononis mogadorensis?
Fabaceae
Species in the Ononis genus
Ononis arvensis,
Ononis spinosa,
Ononis broteriana,
Ononis vaginalis,
Ononis nuristanica,
Ononis afghanica,
Ononis alba,
Ononis alopecuroides,
Ononis antennata,
Ononis aragonensis,
Ononis atlantica,
Ononis avellana,
Ononis biflora,
Ononis cephalantha,
Ononis cintrana,
Ononis cossoniana,
Ononis crinita,
Ononis cristata,
Ononis diffusa,
Ononis euphrasiifolia,
Ononis filicaulis,
Ononis fruticosa,
Ononis hirta,
Ononis hispida,
Ononis incisa,
Ononis jahandiezii,
Ononis laxiflora,
Ononis maweana,
Ononis megalostachys,
Ononis minutissima,
Ononis mitissima,
Ononis natrix,
Ononis angustissima,
Ononis ornithopodioides,
Ononis pedicellaris,
Ononis pendula,
Ononis peyerimhoffii,
Ononis pinnata,
Ononis polyphylla,
Ononis polysperma,
Ononis pseudoserotina,
Ononis pubescens,
Ononis pusilla,
Ononis reclinata,
Ononis rosea,
Ononis serotina,
Ononis serrata,
Ononis sicula,
Ononis sieberi,
Ononis speciosa,
Species in the Fabaceae family